Last updated: May 25, 2026
On this page, you can learn more about grants and awards related to school health and wellness. We feature opportunities from Alberta Health Services, the Government of Alberta, and the Government of Canada. Please contact the funder directly for more information.
The health promotion facilitator assigned to your school authority may be able to help your school community tap into other grants and awards.
Current opportunities
Grants and awards from the Government of Alberta
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Strengthening Opportunities for Adolescent Resilience, Inclusion & Growth (SOARING)
Grants and awards from the Government of Canada
- Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program – Events Grants
- The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award - Canada
- Empowering Youth for Climate Action Award
- TD friends of the environment grant
- Indigenous Reconciliation Initiative
- Alberta Blue Cross Built Together Grant
- Breakfast Clubs of Canada
Grants and awards from the Government of Alberta
Strengthening Opportunities for Adolescent Resilience, Inclusion & Growth (SOARING)
- Health topic: Health Promotion, youth engagement, and leadership. SOARING will support communities and schools in their youth engagement journey, whether just getting started, building momentum, or ready to support youth to bring ideas to life.
- Who can apply: Registered non-profit organizations, community groups, or youth collective within the province of Alberta who work with youth within the age range of 12-24. (This includes schools divisions, schools, or groups within a school such as a youth council.)
- Grant amount: Small grants ranging from $4,000 to $6,000 will be awarded.
- How to apply: Attend an information session to learn more. Complete the expression of interest (EOI).
- Deadline: The deadline for EOI submissions is June 24, 2026 at 11:59 (MST).
- For more information: For more information and a copy of the Expression of Interest guide, contact injury.prevention@primarycarealberta.ca.
Grants and awards from the Government of Canada
Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program – Events Grants
- Health topic: This funding can be used to host celebrations and events that help people understand different cultures and religions, encourage talking about different cultures, racism, and religious discrimination, and celebrate the history and culture of a community, like special heritage months the government supports.
- Who can apply: School/parent non-profit organizations, Indigenous not-for-profit groups, and others.
- Grant amount: Maximum $100,000 per event, per year
- How to apply: Review the application guidelines and email your Canadian Heritage Regional Office for a copy of the Application Form and Budget Form (for Alberta: rpn-pnr@pch.gc.ca)
- Deadline: Ongoing
- Website: Events — Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program
The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award - Canada
- Health topic: All topics—youth applicants develop their own challenge programs based on personal goals in four areas: community service, skill building, physical recreation, and adventurous journey. Projects involve voluntary extra-curricular activities and require a minimum commitment of 26 weeks.
- Who can apply: Youth 14-24 years old can apply for one of three levels: bronze, silver, gold. There are minimum ages to start each level, and your program must be finished by your 25th birthday.
- Award type: This is a program that recognizes individual achievement, commitment, and passion. The award is the process, not the prize!
- How to apply: Visit dukeofed.org/getstarted to learn more.
- Deadline: Ongoing
- Website: dukeofed.org
Other funding opportunities
These funding sources may be used to support Alberta-based school projects focused on nutrition, physical activity, or mental health. Please contact the funder directly for more information.
This is not a full list grant opportunities. Your health promotion facilitator may be able to help you tap into other sources, especially those in your local area.
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May 29 |
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July 15 |
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September 17 |
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Ongoing |
